Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
4/60 Buckley Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Moonee Valley Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Essendon offers solid access to established public schools (Essendon PS and HS) as well as several nearby Catholic primaries and secondaries, including St Therese and De La Salle/Mercy College. The suburb has a mix of public and Catholic education options within short distances, making it attractive for families seeking diverse schooling choices.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Essendon are likely zoned for Essendon Primary School and Essendon High School as the primary public catchment schools; verify with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or VIC Find My School.
Nearby schools
Essendon Primary School
In catchmentEssendon High School
In catchmentSt Therese Primary School
Mercy College Heidelberg
De La Salle College Revesby
Moonee Ponds Primary School
Strathmore Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 4/60 Buckley Street, Essendon is located in a well-connected inner suburban area with moderate traffic flow. The immediate vicinity experiences typical local traffic patterns with increased congestion during peak commuting hours, particularly on Buckley Street and nearby arterial roads.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour congestion occurs between 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM, particularly affecting Buckley Street and Mount Alexander Road as commuters travel toward the CBD and eastern suburbs. Local street parking becomes limited during these periods.
Public Transport
Essendon railway station is approximately 800 metres away, providing regular Metropolitan Train Service access to the CBD. Multiple bus routes operate on nearby Mount Alexander Road and Keilor Road, with stop distances within 200-400 metres.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Essendon Station/Rose Street (0.5km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Essendon Station/Rose Street
bus
Moonee Ponds Junction
bus
Moonee Ponds
train
Moonee Ponds Interchange (Bay I)
bus
Moonee Ponds Interchange (Bay H)
bus
Moonee Ponds Interchange (Bay G)
bus
Alexandra Avenue/Pascoe Vale Road
bus
Glenbervie
train
Winona Grove/Moreland Road
bus
Stop 33: Chaucer Street
bus
Flood Risk
Essendon is located within the Moonee Ponds Creek catchment and portions of the suburb fall within the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO), reflecting historical flood risk from creek overflows and urban stormwater inundation. The suburb experienced notable flooding during significant rainfall events, particularly in low-lying areas adjacent to Moonee Ponds Creek. Planning controls require flood-aware development in overlay zones, though risk varies by location; properties away from the creek and overlay areas face lower risk.
Planning Controls
- •Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to flood-prone areas; development must incorporate flood-resilient design
- •Flood risk assessment and mitigation strategies required for new buildings and extensions in overlay areas
- •Mandatory floor levels and building design standards to minimise flood impact, as per Melbourne planning scheme
- •Stormwater management and detention requirements to reduce runoff contribution to local flooding
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Essendon is a densely populated inner-western Melbourne suburb with minimal bushfire risk. The area is predominantly urban residential with limited vegetation and no proximity to bushland or hilly terrain. Properties in Essendon are unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO).
Crime & Safety
Essendon experiences moderate crime levels consistent with inner-metropolitan suburbs in Victoria. Theft and assault represent the primary crime categories, reflecting typical urban patterns. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime conditions with no significant recent escalation.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Essendon is experiencing moderate-to-strong development pressure as an established inner-west Melbourne suburb, with council-led precinct activation around Essendon railway station and Mount Alexander Road retail strip driving mixed-use and apartment growth. The suburb is benefiting from proximity to the CBD, existing transport connectivity, and council planning schemes favouring medium-density residential infill, with scattered DA activity expected to continue through 2025-2027.
Essendon Station Precinct Activation
0.5 kmMetro Trains and council-led precinct improvement around Essendon railway station with retail, office and residential components.
Determination: 2025-2026
Residential infill - Mount Alexander Road corridor
1 kmScattered mid-rise apartment and townhouse development along the Mount Alexander Road retail and mixed-use strip.
Determination: 2024-2026
Moonee Valley Council neighbourhood infill scheme
2 kmCouncil planning scheme encouraging medium-density residential infill on underutilised sites across Essendon and adjacent suburbs.
Determination: 2025-2027
Essendon Central Activity District renewal
0.3 kmCouncil-backed urban renewal focus on the Essendon CBD and commercial precinct with heritage retention and intensification.
Determination: 2026-2028
Local residential DAs - suburban infill
1.5 kmTypical small-to-medium infill projects on single residential blocks within the established suburbs.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Essendon is an established inner-west Melbourne suburb with significant heritage character, particularly around its Victorian-era civic precinct and transport infrastructure. The suburb is covered by heritage overlays and local conservation areas protecting Edwardian and Victorian residential streetscapes and key public buildings. Many properties within the core areas are subject to heritage restrictions affecting external modifications and development.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •External alterations and additions require council permit
- •Demolition of buildings in heritage areas restricted
- •Roof, window and door materials subject to heritage guidelines
- •Front fence modifications may require consent
Nearby Heritage Items